Speakers that reveal bad recordings? Not for me.

Elevenmg -- That's a really perceptive way to put it, which I haven't seen said before. Consistent with my experiences that I described in my previous post, but with some clever elaboration.

Thanks!

-- Al

I agree, all recordings should sound better on the highest resolution systems.

Having said that, this is not easily accomplished, one may have to search for years to find the correct synergy. Resolution and forgiveness are not necessarily exlusive sonic attributes.

Just a thought. I've always thought that attaining maximum resolution AND musicality was the essential quest of the audiophile/music lover. Others may have either or both of these traits to varrying degrees, your inclination likely guides your search.

Why is it ever desirable to have speakers that simply reflect whatever they are fed, for better or worse?
Answer Monitoring. A well designed loudspeaker will sound good even if musics poorly recorded.

I have never found that getting better gear made records worse. It always sounded better. If you hear it worse, the "better" gear just isn't, set up poorly, or both.